Lemon Chicken Soup with Cauliflower Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 medium cauliflower, grated or processed into rice-like texture
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Sauté Chicken:
- Sauté Chicken:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
Sauté Vegetables:
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In the same pot, add chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
Simmer Soup:
- Add Chicken Broth:
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add dried thyme, dried rosemary, and the bay leaf. Allow it to simmer for about 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Add Cauliflower Rice:
- Grate Cauliflower:
- While the soup is simmering, grate or process the cauliflower into rice-sized pieces.
- Add Cauliflower Rice:
- Stir in the cauliflower rice and continue to simmer until the cauliflower is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Finish Soup:
- Add Chicken Back:
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot.
- Add Lemon Juice and Zest:
- Squeeze the juice of two lemons into the soup. Add the lemon zest for extra citrus flavor.
- Season and Garnish:
- Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Serve:
- Serve Hot:
- Ladle the Lemon Chicken Soup with Cauliflower Rice into bowls. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes:
- Customize Flavors: Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to suit your taste preferences.
- Variation: If you prefer, you can use pre-packaged cauliflower rice to save time.
This Lemon Chicken Soup with Cauliflower Rice is a light and refreshing twist on traditional chicken soup. Packed with vibrant flavors, it’s a comforting and healthy option, especially for those following a low-carb or keto lifestyle.
